LAM is a beautiful little yoga studio! Their class descriptions are accurate, they always end on…read moretime, and the owners are incredibly thoughtful. This place walks the walk when it comes to what yoga is all about!

I love this yoga studio! Jen has done such a wonderful job building a safe, welcoming, respectful,…read morefun, and energizing community here. It's a cozy and bright space inside, plus they do classes and ceremonies outside and in the community on special occasions. There are a variety of classes to choose from and Jen goes above and beyond to add the special touches, provide all the props and alternative postures if you need them. Plus there are recorded classes if you can't get to the studio. This is my favorite yoga studio ever. If you get a chance, definitely go!

I was visiting the area for two weeks from out of state, and wanted a place to keep practicing…read morewhile out of town and I found this gem. The space is inviting, and the few instructors I got to meet and work with were fantastic. I hope to make it back to the area soon so I can practice here again.

I was encouraged to try Yoga by my daughter, and we tried going here. The instructors there help us…read morewith alternate poses if there are ones we can't do yet, and it's a great community. I always feel refreshed after going to class , and should go more often.

I highly recommend this facility for childcare. Our children have gone here a little over a year…read moreand we are constantly impressed with the caring nature of the staff, many of whom have been there for years - a reflection of the climate of the daycare. My children have learned so much in their time here and I feel comfortable knowing they are safe and well cared for. Staff go above and beyond communicating with parents, and demonstrate a genuine care for the children they spend time with. Additionally, it is NAEYC accredited and this shows by the activities and curriculum planned for the babies, toddlers, and children.

This place has all of the state of the art equipment, pools, steam room, etc. Lacks a neighborhood…read morefeel. I've never got such a weird vibe from a place. It was sort of out of the way. Not centrally located. If you live in that area I guess it's pretty convenient for you but if not it's a pain to get to. The downtown Hartford location is a meat market but feels more in the center of things.

Love this studio, the instructors and the whole vibe. Everyone is very welcoming. The instructors…read moreare extremely knowledgeable. And the studio has the nicest calmest energy. It is a special place

I've attended classes regularly at Bikram Yoga Simsbury for a year and have seen significant…read moreprogress in my yoga practice. Richard and his staff are all excellent instructors who push you to practice at your best while respecting where everyone is at. They frequently train and bring back new techniques and coaching to get the most out of the postures. I'll miss classes here now that a new space has opened up closer to me. If you're considering Bikram yoga, I can't recommend Richard and his staff enough.

love the classes and the community. All the teachers are very caring. can't imagine my life without…read moreit.

I had a fantastic experience at Pia's 'Growing Up Yogi' class today. My toddler and I went for the…read morefirst time today, and it was great! Pia was extremely warm and welcoming. Her positive energy was absolutely contagious. She engaged the kids, and kept things at a great pace for the parents and children. She provided us with opportunities to challenge our bodies, while meeting us all where we were mentally and physically. It was lovely to see a mixture of moms, dads and grandparents. I must admit that yoga is not usually my thing, but I thoroughly enjoyed Pia's class, and will definitely be back!

The Afterglow rooftop yoga events are always really fun, and I had the chance to attend class on…read morethe first day of summer. The flow is always great and the instructors are very helpful. I do wish that they would limit the amount of people they sell tickets to. Unfortunately, since there were so many people in this class, I did get (lightly) kicked in the head a couple of times since mats were way too close together. This isn't the first experience I've had with tight space during class, but it is the first in which I've been physically affected. I love that they highlight a local tea vendor and have calming live music. The views are absolutely unbeatable from the rooftop so I do recommend everyone check out a class during the summer.

The community that exists at Afterglow is really pleasant, classes are different based on your…read moreinstructor as everyone has their own style of teaching. The two week trial definitely helps you figure out who you vibe with.

There are plenty of places to take a yoga class, but Heartspace feels different…read more The classes are intentional, the instruction is thoughtful, and there's never pressure to be anything other than where you are that day. Every teacher I've experienced offers clear cueing, practical modifications, and encouragement that helps you build confidence rather than chase perfection. The studio itself is beautiful, but what stands out most is the sense of welcome and community. Whether you're walking in for the first time or returning each week, you're met with kindness and authenticity. It's a place that leaves you feeling stronger, calmer, and genuinely cared for.

What's that saying? "People say you don't know what you've got until it's gone."…read more Truth is, I knew what I had, I just never thought I'd lose it! After having traveled so much for the last few months, I was fortunate enough to come back just in time for their 4th open house. From 7am-12pm, it was a day of "free yoga, food and fun!" And honestly, what's better than practicing some hot yoga with one of the best yoga communities around?! Sure, I mean you might be profusely sweating on one another, but hey - who cares! It's not often that you get to practice with about 50 yogis! Open house aside, there really isn't anything close to what The Yoga Shop has, or is. The community, the hot yoga, the instructors - I can genuinely say that after having a year of experimenting and exploring other yoga studios in the Greater Hartford area, The Yoga Shop has it. Packages are moderately priced, your first class is always free, student/military discounts, and a $15 walk-in? It's certainly fair to say that TYS is agreeably priced. The only gripe I have is that it's a bit far to get to. During the after-work rush hour, it can easily take up to 15 minutes just to get to the studio from the off-ramp. So leave yourself a good 30 minutes just to get there and be comfortably situated. Whether you're looking for a heated, athletic and fast-paced yoga class or getting into yoga for the first time, TYS has something for everyone!

My yoga background / qualifications for this review: I have…read morebeen practicing yoga with increasing intensity for the past 2 years, close to completing my teacher training at SRY and just started teaching my own class at Central Rock. I have attended classes at 7-8 studios in the greater Hartford area, double that number including studios outside of CT. My proclivity is towards vigorous power classes aimed at intermediate students (on my scale "advanced" is contortionist level). The shop is not only the best yoga experience I've ever had, it's also the best establishment I've ever engaged with outside of my own parents business. It's so tempting to write a novel about how much I love this place but instead I'll just say that after moving from Indiana to Connecticut 3.5 years ago, the shop is the only place that makes me feel home again. Pros -the community / immediate sense of inclusion (opposed to the big-box WHY vibe) -Annie: business owner, instructor, life coach, role model -teaching style - all shop instructors have been taught in the signature "livefree power" styling -wide variety of classes -convenient class times -HEAT, hard to find non-bikram hot power classes -free first class to try -classes NEVER expire, I've never seen this at a studio before -classes are also transferable to friends -value, buying class cards during open house promotions ~$10 / class, very inexpensive for the area -constantly updated, modern, high BPM music, high quality sound system -beautiful space / ambiance -free cookies & tea everyday :) -Wednesday night power is just the best class ever -108 sun sals monthly Cons -location (coming from Bloomfield / weha) -I can understand from a beginner's perspective the community could be perceived as intimidating, as many students are life long practitioners -studio can be hard to spot, in an industrial mall -space does fill up (personally I've found this to also be a "pro" as it's a lot of fun to be in it together, but some may feel uncomfortable) -no showers :( -lobby / cubby space can be congested after popular classes